Behlen Mfg. Co. has named Roger Townsend as the new president of Behlen Grain Systems.
Townsend is responsible for the overall leadership and P&L responsibilities for the Grain Systems business unit.
He has a 39-year background in agriculture and management, including roles as chief operating officer, vice president/general manager, and plant manager of a grain systems division.
Townsend also has experience in engineering and manufacturing of roof and floor trusses.
"I am looking forward to working with and getting to know Behlen Partners in Progress, developing relationships with customers, and providing top-level customer service for the industry," says Townsend.
"My goal in leading the extremely talented Ag team is to build on the historic achievements of this well-established organization and look for opportunities to expand market capabilities."
